'Dr. Strangelove' at 60: Stanley Kubrick's Satirical Masterpiece Still Resonates

The film's blend of black comedy and nuclear war satire continues to be praised for its accurate depiction of Cold War absurdities.

Stanley Kubrick's 'Dr. Strangelove' marks its 60th anniversary, still hailed as one of the most important apocalyptic sci-fi movies and the greatest big-screen satire.
The film, released two years after the Cuban Missile Crisis, vividly imagines the possibility of nuclear annihilation due to human error and absurdity.
Kubrick's film is noted for its black satire and comedic tone, contrasting with the grim reality of nuclear war.
The film's plot revolves around a rogue U.S. general who orders a nuclear attack on the USSR, leading to a series of blunders and miscommunications.
Despite its comedic elements, 'Dr. Strangelove' is praised for its plausibility and accurate depiction of Cold War absurdities.